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Mississippi Supreme Court To Decide Whether Divorce Law Is Constitutional

How should I prepare if I intend to file for divorce in the near future?   Advocates for families and, specifically, victims of domestic violence are making their opinions heard in a Mississippi divorce case that will soon be decided by the state Supreme Court. Opponents of the status quo…

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Chicago Finally Abolishes Dual-Track Family Law Court

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?”   Legal battles over custody and child support are miserable for everyone involved. They take time, money and create enormous amounts of stress given the importance of…

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Divorce At Home When Marriage Occurred Overseas

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold being interviewed on the Legal Forum. This was recorded in Charlotte, North Carolina. Topics discussed include: How to choose a divorce lawyer? How long does a divorce take? How much does a divorce cost? When can a person get an annulment?   With…

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Weiner and Abedin’s Divorce Will Not Be Anonymous

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “How is social media evidence used in divorce proceedings?”   It’s a terrible story that never seems to end. More than six years ago, Anthony Weiner first grabbed headlines due to some inappropriate photographs posted onto his personal Twitter feed.…

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Chicago Judge Tackles Problem of Incarcerated Divorce

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What is an Absolute Divorce?”   It is something that very few people give much thought to: divorce behind bars. Though it seldom makes it on to most people’s radar, it can present enormous problems. Getting divorced while incarcerated is…

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North Carolina Court Allows Alienation of Affection Case to Move Forward

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “Does adultery affect my divorce case?”   In many places, if a marriage ends due to an affair, the innocent spouse may be left with anger and hurt feelings, but will otherwise have no recourse. That is not the case…

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New Jersey Supreme Court Breaks Precedent In Recent Ruling

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What can I do to gain custody of my child in North Carolina?”   When it comes to custody issues during and after a divorce, it can be very hard for families to navigate the complexities of two parents, two…

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Trusts and Divorce

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?”   No, we are not talking about trust, the bond of confidence between two people, we are instead talking about something a lot more tangible; trust…

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Divorce and the impact on your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: ” I’m considering separating from my spouse; what actions should I refrain from doing?”   Divorce can impact a number of aspects of your life. Though most people understand that it will lead to changes in housing, your household budget,…

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How to Avoid Tax Trouble During Divorce

Board Certified Family Law Specialist Matt Arnold answers the question: “What happens when a person’s income is not guaranteed and fluctuates from year to year”.   When you are dealing with a divorce, it can be hard to feel like you are ever fully prepared. Given the complexities of the…

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